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Esnafine Tablet 10mg (Epinastine Hydrochloride)

Esnafine Tablet 10mg (Epinastine Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Epinastine Hydrochloride›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Samchundang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White or pale yellow round film-coated tablets
Packaging
Oral use - 30 tablets/bottle, Oral use - 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200401089 · Notified 2004.03.12 · Insurance code 651201360

Summary

Main use
Treatment of allergic rhinitis, skin conditions (such as urticaria and eczema), and bronchial asthma
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1. Asthma, urticaria, eczema/dermatitis, itchy skin, pruritic rash (prurigo), and pruritic common psoriasis Adults: Administer epinastine hydrochloride 20 mg orally once daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms. 2. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10~20 mg of this medicine orally once daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Samchundang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of allergic rhinitis, skin conditions (such as urticaria and eczema), and bronchial asthma

  • Bronchial asthma
  • allergic rhinitis
  • urticaria
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • skin itching
  • pruritic rash
  • itching associated with common psoriasis
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This medication is used to treat respiratory allergic diseases such as bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis. It is also effective in alleviating various skin allergy symptoms such as urticaria, eczema, dermatitis, skin itching, pruritic rash, and itching associated with common psoriasis. In other words, this drug is used for the comprehensive improvement of respiratory and skin allergy symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

1. Asthma, urticaria, eczema/dermatitis, itchy skin, pruritic rash (prurigo), and pruritic common psoriasis Adults: Administer epinastine hydrochloride 20 mg orally once daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms. 2. Allergic rhinitis Adults: Administer 10~20 mg of this medicine orally once daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients with specific allergic reactions, lactose intolerance, soybean oil allergies, or sensitivities to beans or peanuts. Patients with liver disease or a history of liver disease should use caution, as this medication may worsen liver conditions. Patients with abnormal fat metabolism, hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis should use this drug cautiously. If allergic reactions such as rashes, urticaria, or swelling of the face or extremities occur, use should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be sought. This medication may cause CNS side effects such as drowsiness, headache, dizziness, or insomnia, so caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhea may occur, and if any unusual symptoms arise, consultation with a physician is advised. It is important to periodically check liver health as liver dysfunction or jaundice may appear. This medication may affect the kidneys or urinary tract, so if relevant symptoms occur, medical personnel should be informed immediately. Rare side effects such as palpitations, shortness of breath, or blood abnormalities may occur, so careful observation is necessary if any symptoms arise. This medication is not intended for the rapid relief of asthma attacks, so asthma patients should use it in conjunction with other treatments. If it shows no effects after long-term use, do not continue taking it, and especially pregnant or nursing women should use it under a doctor's judgment. Children or the elderly may have a higher risk of side effects depending on their physical functions, so dose adjustments and careful monitoring are needed. In case of overdose, heart problems such as arrhythmias may occur, so if suspected, medical facilities should be visited immediately. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring to another container should be avoided for safety. When taking this medication, there may be differences in blood concentration depending on whether taken before or after meals, so it is important to take it according to the prescription.

Side effects

Allergic reactions (rash, urticaria, erythema), itching, swelling (in the face, limbs, etc.), erythema associated with itching, drowsiness, lethargy, headache, dizziness, insomnia, nightmares, numbness, feeling foggy, nausea, discomfort in the stomach, dry mouth, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, feeling of heaviness in the stomach, feeling of fullness, diarrhea, constipation, dryness of the lips, abdominal bloating, stomatitis, liver dysfunction (increased AST, ALT, γ-GTP, ALP, LDH), jaundice, hepatitis, proteinuria, frequent urination, hematuria, urinary retention, palpitations, shortness of breath, difficulty expectorating, nasal congestion, thrombocytopenia, leukocytosis, gynecomastia, breast enlargement, menstrual irregularities, flushing, bitter taste, decreased taste sensation, chest pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White or pale yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

Oral use - 30 tablets/bottle, Oral use - 100 tablets/bottle

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